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Peter O'Donoghue

Peter O'Donoghue

Los Angeles, CA, US

 
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About 

With over fifteen years of international experience, I specialize in managing complex design projects across various sectors, consistently delivering innovative solutions that meet client needs. My commitment to excellence and a client-centric approach ensure the highest standards of execution, resulting in exceptional outcomes that surpass expectations. 

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Employment 

Odfox Design, Founder / Creative Director

Self-founded studio, offering a comprehensive range of architectural services. The central ethos is to achieve excellent design outcomes balanced with a strong focus on practical, client-centric solutions. Current projects are located in Australia, Ireland & Italy. 100% success rate in achieving planning permission to date.

Nov 2023 - current
 

Sissons Architects, Sydney, AU, Director

⎯ Managed & delivered the multi award winning Yerrabingin house; a $20M mixed use / community building.
⎯ Managed the design competition winning scheme for Westgrove; a $50M hotel, retail & hospitality scheme.
⎯ Successfully tendered the multi-building ‘Project Remediate’ government bid, broadening the office clientele and securing over $1M in fees for the studio.
⎯ Developed and implemented office-wide design and drawing standards, ensuring consistent standards and outputs.
⎯ Developed the studio’s social media strategy, increased followers by over 400%
⎯ Led and mentored a team of 5, 2 of which were promoted to Associate.
⎯ Promoted from Associate to Director in 2019.
⎯ Responsible for the office social calendar, organized events throughout the year to foster a culture of fun & inclusivity within the team.

Jul 2015 - Jul 2023
 

Building Studio, Sydney, AU, Senior Designer

⎯ Managed the design & tender of the award-winning Trinity Grammar Field Study Centre; a $5M educational facility
⎯ Site architect for Holt iCentre & library; a $1M educational refurbishment
⎯ Site architect for the RNS Clinical Services Building; a $90M medical facility

Jun 2012 - Jul 2015
 

Ethos Urban, Sydney, AU, Architectural Designer

Contract role in urban planning division. Responsibilities included:

−Development & production of concept design & master plan studies

Apr 2011 - Jun 2011
 

OBK Architects, Dublin, IE, Architectural Assistant

Team member role, responsibilities included:

− Running of projects from feasibility through to planning permission
− Client liaison
− Co-ordination with project managers, planning departments and fellow design team members.

Jan 2005 - Oct 2010
 

Education 

University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, GB, MArch, Architecture

Oct 2002 - Jul 2004
 

University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, GB, Masters, Architectural Design

Oct 1998 - Jul 2002
 

Awards 

Master Builders Association, 1st Place

Yerrabingin House - Excellence in energy & sustainability

2019
 

Urban Developer, 1st Place

Yerrabingin House - Community Engagement Award

2019
 

Architecture & Design Awards, 1st Place

Yerrabingin House - Public & Urban Category Winner

2019
 

Design Excellence Competition, 1st Place

Westgrove - City of Parramatta

2016
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills